Guruji Lakshmi Srinivas is widely respected for his deep devotion to Lord Dattatreya and his guidance in performing traditional Datta Seva. Under his spiritual leadership, devotees are encouraged to follow the sacred path of discipline, humility, and surrender to the Guru, which are considered essential aspects of Datta Upasana. Guruji emphasizes that true worship of Lord Dattatreya begins with inner purity, compassion toward all beings, and unwavering faith in the Guru’s teachings.One of the most significant observances in Datta tradition is the Dattatreya Pooja, a ritual that invokes the divine blessings of the Lord, who embodies the combined energies of Brahma, Vishnu, and Maheshwara. This pooja is performed to seek spiritual growth, protection from obstacles, peace in family life, and guidance on the path of dharma. Devotees believe that sincere participation in the Dattatreya Pooja brings inner strength and divine grace.Another integral ritual is the Charan Puja, the worship of the Guru’s and Lord Dattatreya’s sacred feet. Symbolizing humility, surrender, and gratitude, Charan Puja helps devotees dissolve ego and receive the blessings of the Guru lineage. Many followers also participate in the Datta Paduka Pooja, offered at shrines such as Sri Panduranga Temple. Information and scheduling for the Paduka Pooja can be accessed through dattapadukapooja.sripandurangatemple.org, enabling devotees to take part in these sacred ceremonies with devotion and convenience.
